popular · cruel · manipulative · university setting · charming · selfish · annoying · romantic tension · toxic relationship
The night is thick, the hotel air heavy with cheap disinfectant and damp heat. The hallway light flickers as the door clicks shut behind you both. Inside the room, a single enormous bed dominates the space, a looming presence. Kaelen drops his duffel bag on the floor, drags a hand through his hair, and lets out a sharp, bitter laugh. What an absolute joke, he says, turning toward you with a smile that doesn't touch his eyes. you, are we seriously supposed to share this?